Arsenal look set to intensify their summer transfer plans over the coming days with the window open from Friday, June 14. Any early deals being completed looks unlikely though, as that day coincided with the start of the European championships.
The Copa America also kicks off the following week with a number of stars of interest to Arsenal set to play for their country throughout June and July. Those two tournaments could also impact exits however many of those that could depart are not heading to Germany or the United States of America.
Benjamin Sesko, Joshua Kimmich, Douglas Luiz and Martin Zubimendi are just a few targets busy for the upcoming weeks which will likely delay any transfer dealings. Nonetheless, major updates are continuing to emerge with the Gunners handed a double boost courtesy of two other clubs.
Luiz transfer boost
Arsenal remain interested in Luiz and Aston Villa’s challenging financial situation could be to the Gunners’ advantage.
The Brazil international was the subject of three bids from Emirates Stadium two years ago but Villa held firm and later tied their star midfielder down to a new contract. Since then, his stock has risen significantly and with that Villa could be forced to sell before June 30, according to Brazilian journalist Rudy Galetti.
Palhinha to Bayern domino effect
Joao Palhinha to Bayern Munich looks set to be the first big transfer of the summer window. The Bavarians thought they had signed the Fulham midfielder 12 months ago only for the move to collapse at the eleventh hour but that looks unlikely to happen now.
According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Palhinha has agreed personal terms with Bayern and negotiations are ongoing to reach an agreement. A €35million (£29.8m) offer has already been rejected but a new offer in the region of €45million (£38m) is expected to arrive shortly.
